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paulohs69.bsky.social
A very noisy couple, but always welcome

Psittacara leucophthalmus
🇧🇷 Periquitão-maracanã
🇬🇧 White-eyed Parakeet

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Two vibrant green parrots perched on the dried leaves of a banana tree, bathed in sunlight, displaying their striking plumage. The parrots, one in the foreground and the other slightly behind. The foreground parrot is facing left, with detailed green plumage and distinct features: a yellow beak, and a touch of red near its eyes, and the parrot on the right appears to have a similar plumage and beak, slightly turned, showcasing the depth and texture. The parrots' poses convey a sense of curiosity and alertness. The first one is looking to the left and the second one, slightly behind it, faces the viewer. The other details of their characteristics and features are visible in the image. The setting appears to be a natural environment, possibly a garden or a tropical area, where the parrots have found a resting spot. The lighting is strong, with sunlight illuminating the scene from behind, causing the highlights and shadows that add depth to the image. The sunlight also adds a warm tone. The overall mood is peaceful and serene, conveying the harmony of nature and wildlife.
December 1, 2025 at 7:35 PM
paulohs69.bsky.social
A break from fishing to exchange glances with the photographer.

Egretta thula
🇧🇷 Garça-branca-pequena
🇬🇧 Snowy Egret

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A striking photograph captures a graceful, white Snowy Egret standing in shallow water among lush green foliage, showcasing its elegance. The composition centers around the Snowy Egret, positioned slightly to the left of the frame, creating a balanced yet dynamic feel. The bird stands tall in the water, with its elegant form contrasted against the dark, reflective surface of the water, which also reflects some of the surrounding greenery. The foreground is filled with various aquatic plants and vegetation, adding texture and depth to the scene. The interaction lies in the egret's presence within the environment, capturing a moment of stillness in its habitat. The framing focuses on the bird, emphasizing its features while also incorporating the surrounding natural elements.
November 17, 2025 at 12:21 PM
paulohs69.bsky.social
Good morning Bluesky
For #BirdOfTheDay theme #LongNecks a heron with beautiful colors

Syrigma sibilatrix
🇧🇷 Maria-faceira
🇬🇧 Whistling Heron

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The image is a striking photograph of a Whistling Heron standing proudly in a grassy environment, captured in vibrant natural light. The composition is a vertical, medium shot focusing on the bird against a blurred green background, enhancing its presence. The heron stands on a bed of grass in the foreground, with its body angled slightly towards the viewer's left. Its elegant neck is extended upwards, giving a sense of alertness.
October 14, 2025 at 10:31 AM
wieldinglogic.com
This Yellow-bellied Sapsucker was making a lot of noise pecking at this tree.

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This is a photograph of a bird perched on the side of a tree trunk. The bird is striking, with a vivid red patch on its head and a combination of black, white, and patterned feathers on its body. The tree trunk is rough and weathered, providing texture to the image. The background is out of focus, consisting of vibrant green hues that suggest a leafy forest environment. The overall composition emphasizes the bird's intricate details and the natural setting.
December 31, 2024 at 6:39 PM
julielfrost.bsky.social
My daily dose of beauty in nature: a juvenile red-headed woodpecker. This one wasn’t difficult to locate - the woods were filled with its very loud and incessant calling.

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Headshot of a juvenile red-headed woodpecker as evidenced by an only partial red head. A juvenile red-headed woodpecker perched on a dead branch. A juvenile red-headed woodpecker on the side of a tree trunk.
February 21, 2025 at 11:27 PM
chris-handrahan.bsky.social
#Crow (2023)
#Nikon D7500

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#Crow (2023) #Nikon D7500 Picture of a crow cawing while standing on a fence with a grassy background. #birds #photography #animals #naturephotography #Canada #environment #nature #science #wildlife #birdphotography #urban
August 5, 2024 at 8:31 PM
garryknight.bsky.social
#photography #BirdPhotography #PhotoCompetition #birds #wildlife #animals #environment #nature

www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Bird photographer of the year 2024 winners – in pictures
The winning images in this year’s Bird Photographer of the Year competition
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September 24, 2024 at 10:01 AM
vexharbinger.bsky.social
Epoch: 1646246966
Geo: 42°21'50.2"N 70°58'10.2"W

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Historical Documentation in the form of a photograph of a snowy owl sitting on a rocky ground covered in snow at Yirrell Beach, Winthrop, MA . The owl is facing towards the right side of the image and its head is turned slightly to the left. It has a white body with black spots on its wings and tail. The ground is covered in a layer of snow and there are a few small rocks scattered around. In the background, there is a clear blue sky. The image was taken during the winter season.
March 12, 2025 at 8:02 AM
wgp52.bsky.social
Different point of view of a Great Egret.
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August 20, 2025 at 8:31 PM
swede1952.bsky.social
Stillness in the Bayou
I was down at the Sabine National Wildlife Refuge in Louisiana photographing various species feeding on the bayou. ... -> 2

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"The image shows a great blue heron standing in shallow water among tall reeds and grasses. The heron is positioned in profile, showcasing its long neck, sharp beak, and elegant posture. The reflection of the heron is visible in the water, adding a serene and picturesque quality to the scene. The background consists of dense vegetation, which provides a natural habitat for the bird. The image captures the beauty and tranquility of the bayou environment, highlighting the heron's grace and the peacefulness of its surroundings." - Copilot
November 22, 2024 at 7:01 PM
tarasmithson.bsky.social
Golden Whistler female. 👇😊

The male Golden Whistler has bright yellow🐤 underparts, olive-green back and wings, & a black head with a yellow collar. The female has a pale brown colour. 👇🧐 🐦

📸 Blue Mountains. 🇦🇺🪃🦘

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A female Golden Whistler is perched on a slender horisizontal branch, and two other branches stem from it to the left. The bird is oriented slightly right, its body angled toward the observer and its beak pointing right. It exhibits a rounded head and a small, light brown pointed beak. Its plumage is primarily a muted grey-brown, with a lighter ventral region. A dark eye stares into the lens, and its legs and feet are dark. The branch is a pale, mottled grey, and the softly blurred background of pale orange blues and greens of a natural environment. The lighting is soft and diffused, accentuating the bird's delicate features.
March 28, 2025 at 12:23 AM
wieldinglogic.com
A male American Redstart showing off.

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This photo captures a small, vibrant bird perched on a slender branch surrounded by fresh green leaves. The bird’s striking colors immediately draw attention: its body is mostly black, with bold patches of bright orange on its wings, sides, and tail. Its belly is white, providing a sharp contrast to the darker hues. The bird’s tail feathers are slightly spread, revealing a fan-like pattern of black and orange. Its pose conveys an alert, lively demeanor, with its head slightly tilted and beady black eyes focused intently. The background is softly blurred with shades of green, enhancing the sense of a lush, peaceful forest environment. The combination of the bird’s vivid colors and its dynamic posture creates a scene full of energy and natural beauty.
December 8, 2024 at 10:02 PM
wieldinglogic.com
A Red-bellied Woodpecker doing the woodpecker thing.

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This photo captures a woodpecker clinging to the side of a tree. The bird has a striking appearance, with a bright red head and nape, a pale cream-colored body, and black-and-white patterned wings and back. It is in action, pecking at the tree bark, with small wood particles visible flying around it. The tree trunk is rugged and weathered, showcasing its textured surface. The background is blurred, highlighting the bird and tree, with hints of green foliage in soft focus. The scene suggests a natural forest environment.
December 7, 2024 at 7:06 PM
spanoudis.bsky.social
Laughing Gull
Skyway Park, Tampa Bay, #Florida
photo by Steve Spanoudis
from the collections at theotherpages.org
Yes, it really does sound like they're laughing at us humans.
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December 21, 2024 at 2:05 AM
tarasmithson.bsky.social
Peeking out from the shadows, this magnificent swamp hen lights up the scene with its brilliant blue.

✨ 💙❤️ 🐓

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A close-up, almost eye-level shot of a blue swamp hen, its head and upper body visible behind a large, out-of-focus brown tree trunk on the left. The bird has iridescent deep blue plumage, a striking bright red beak, and a prominent red frontal shield (forehead plate). Its eye has a black pupil with a red iris. The background is a blurred wash of greens and yellows, implying a natural, sunlit environment like a pond edge or reedy area.
July 7, 2025 at 5:34 AM
tarasmithson.bsky.social
Common Moorhen enjoying the lagoon. These adaptable birds are omnivores. They'll feast on everything from insects and small fish to seeds and aquatic vegetation.
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A close-up focuses on the upper body of a dusky moorhen, identified by its striking red frontal shield that blends into a yellow-tipped beak. The frame shows the bird's head and a section of its dark, iridescent bluish-black wings that are open. Notably, numerous small, sparkling white water droplets surrounds its head, suggesting it has recently been in the water and shaking off. The background is softly out of focus, revealing the muted greens and yellows of a lagoon environment, hinting at the moorhen's natural habitat.
June 2, 2025 at 6:16 AM
swede1952.bsky.social
Goldfinches Among the Grass

Lately, in the morning, when I open the back door to let the dogs out—just in case you were wondering who— ...

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This image features three goldfinches in their natural habitat. One goldfinch is captured in mid-flight with its wings and tail spread wide, showcasing the delicate details of its grey and white feathers. Its body transitions from vibrant yellow to white near the tail, where two pink legs and feet dangle. The goldfinch's yellow head is turned to show its right profile, highlighting a dark eye and a conical blackish beak. The other two goldfinches are partially concealed by the dormant brown grass on the ground. The blurred background of brown and beige tones emphasizes the birds as the central focus. This image beautifully captures the dynamic movement and allure of these small birds in their natural environment.
January 26, 2025 at 4:18 PM
birdgirl09.bsky.social
White-crowned Sparrow. Bridesville, #Canada

Fun Fact: the males learn their songs from the environment and can develop distinct dialects

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May 8, 2025 at 1:47 PM
swede1952.bsky.social
Woodland Woodpecker

I read that where they occur, downy woodpeckers (Dryobates pubescens) are the most likely woodpeckers to visit backyard feeders. ...

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This image showcases a downy woodpecker perched on the side of a tree trunk. The bird's distinctive black and white plumage is beautifully highlighted, with its black wings adorned with white spots and a white underside. The woodpecker's head is striking with its white and black stripes, and it features a short, pointed beak. The blurred background makes the bird, and the tree trunk stand out, capturing the woodpecker in its natural environment and showcasing its unique behavior and physical attributes." - Copilot
January 23, 2025 at 2:29 PM
swede1952.bsky.social
Oak Tree Oasis

This image features a chipping sparrow (Spizella passerina) perched in an oak tree, surrounded by yellowish catkins that ...

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This image shows a chipping sparrow perched on a branch of an oak tree during the spring season. The oak tree is adorned with fresh, yellow-green catkins, which are the tree's flowering structures. The background is a lush green, indicating a vibrant and healthy environment. The chipping sparrow is small with a distinctive chestnut cap, white eyebrow stripe, and black eye line, making it easily identifiable. The bird is positioned centrally on the branch, surrounded by the hanging catkins, creating a picturesque and serene scene that highlights the beauty of nature in spring.
February 1, 2025 at 1:49 AM
wgp52.bsky.social
More thoughts of spring
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January 25, 2025 at 12:12 PM
wgp52.bsky.social
Just some Common Terns chillin.
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May 4, 2025 at 2:51 PM
swede1952.bsky.social
Vibrant Blue Grosbeak

This blue grosbeak (Passerina caerulea) was spotted around here in October 2023. ...

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This image features a stunning blue grosbeak perched gracefully on a branch. The bird displays a vibrant blue plumage with darker shades on its wings and tail, standing out against a blurred background of branches and leaves. The image beautifully captures the blue grosbeak in its natural environment, highlighting its striking coloration and detailed features.
January 30, 2025 at 5:32 PM
swede1952.bsky.social
Tidal Pool Hunters

These two similar looking birds are two different species. ...

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"The image shows two white birds, a little blue heron and a snowy egret, hunting in a tidal pool. The birds are wading through shallow water, with their reflections visible on the water's surface. The heron is in the background, bending forward with its beak close to the water, while the egret is in the foreground, also focused on the water. The scene is set against a backdrop of wet sand and water, capturing a moment of natural behavior in a serene environment." - Copilot
December 9, 2024 at 2:47 PM
jimsphotos.ohai.social.ap.brid.gy
Juvenile Eurasian Robin wandering around the woodland floor this morning

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A small bird with speckled brown and beige plumage stands on the forest floor, blending into its natural surroundings. Its short, pointed beak and thin legs give it a delicate appearance. The background consists of leaves, twigs, and moss, creating a textured environment that highlights the bird’s camouflage
June 14, 2025 at 12:02 PM